Question 1

Is a silver men's watch made of solid silver?

Accepted Answer

No: the cases are made of polished 316L stainless steel, which looks identical to polished silver. Solid 925 silver is too soft for watchmaking: it scratches, becomes dull and tarnishes with use. Steel provides the same cold lustre with far superior hardness, no oxidation and virtually no maintenance.

Question 2

How do you recognise a quality silver dial?

Accepted Answer

Look for the sunburst (circular striations that bring light to life) and especially applied indices, positioned in relief on the dial rather than printed. On a low-contrast silver background, this relief is what guarantees legibility. Faceted hands, which alternate bright and dark faces depending on the angle, complete a careful finish.

Question 3

Silver men's watch: link bracelet or Milanese mesh?

Accepted Answer

Steel links give the most robust and stately character, perfect for everyday wear. Milanese mesh, more supple and finer, pulls the watch towards retro elegance and slips better under a shirt cuff. A matter of style rather than quality: favour solid links, which are heavier, over folded links.

Question 4

Does the silver men's watch go with everything?

Accepted Answer

It is the most neutral tone in watchmaking: it accompanies suit, shirt and jeans without ever imposing a register, unlike gold (statement) or black (sporty). A silver men's watch with a black or blue dial is probably the most versatile piece one can own as a first watch.

Question 5

Can a scratch on a silver watch be repaired?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and this is a unique advantage of bare steel: professional polishing erases usage scratches from the case and bracelet, which is impossible on a black or gold PVD coating (the coloured layer would come off). Between polishings, a microfibre cloth is sufficient. It is the tone that ages best over time.

Silver Men's Watch

Lotus L10128/4 Chronograph Men's Watch Black

Guess W0366G2 Oasis Blue Silicone and Stainless Steel Men's Watch

Guess W0366G1 Men's Watch Black Silicone Strap

Michael Kors MK8129 Chronograph Sport Brown and Silver Men's Watch

Salvatore Ferragamo SFDT00119 Green Crocodile Look Silicone Strap Men's Watch

Salvatore Ferragamo SFDT00519 Stainless Steel and Green Silicone Men's Watch

Salvatore Ferragamo SFDT00719 Stainless Steel and Blue Silicone Strap Men's Watch

Salvatore Ferragamo SFME00121 Chronograph Stainless Steel and Silicone Black Men's Watch

Salvatore Ferragamo SFHP00120 Stainless Steel and Blue Silicone Watch

Tommy Hilfiger 1790853 Intense Black Men's Watch

Tommy Hilfiger 1791142 Blue Silicone Strap Men's Watch

Tommy Hilfiger 1791473 Chronograph Black Silicone Men's Watch

Tommy Hilfiger 1791791 Men's Watch 45mm Blue Silicone Strap

Hugo Boss 1513716 Velocity Chronometer Sport Black Silicone Men's Watch

Daniel Wellington DW00100436 Iconic Motion Black and Silver Silicone Men's Watch

Emporio Armani AR5868 Black Silicone Strap Men's Watch

Citizen NJ0129-10X Automatic Sport Green Dial Silicone Strap Men's Watch

Guess GW0334G1 Third Gear Men's Watch Black Rubber Strap Multifunction Dial

Tommy Hilfiger 1791476 Decker Chronograph Blue Silicone Men's Watch

Guess GW0051G1 Delta Men's Watch Black Dial Silicone Strap

Philipp Plein The Hexagon Phantom PWPUA0524 Men's Watch, Black Dial, Silicone Strap